University of Eastern Finland calls off Cronberg’s honorary promotion over appearances in Russia

THE UNIVERSITY of Eastern Finland on 7 May announced it has cancelled its decision to grant an honorary doctorate to Tarja Cronberg, a former cabinet member and chairperson of the Green League.

The decision was made on grounds that the former lawmaker had participated in a seminar organised in Kaliningrad, Russia, reportedly as part of an influence operation by the Kremlin.